events

lucania bella

At Le Lanterne Restaurant, a lavish buffet celebrates Lucanian culinary heritage with time-honoured dishes: slow-cooked specialities in earthenware pots, fresh cheese wrapped in leaves, hand-crafted pasta, and intense local wine. An evening of refined simplicity, where live music intertwines with the flavours of the region.

Every Tuesday from the 27th of May
From 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Location: Terrazza Le Lanterne

Price:
€80 per person, beverages not included
€40 for children from 3 to 12 years old

venerdì italiano

Every Friday at Santavenere, sunset unfolds on a terrace overlooking the sea, where the scent of freshly grilled catch blends with the sound of waves and live music.
It’s an evening that celebrates the true flavours of the country, a culinary journey from north to south, with dishes prepared on the spot and inspired by the rich traditions of each region.
All set to the most beloved melodies from Italy’s musical heritage, for a night where the charm of Italian summer is captured in every detail.

Starting May 30, 2025
Every Friday from 8:00pm to 10:30pm
Location: Ristorante Il Carrubo

Price:
€90 per person, beverages not included
€45 for children up to 12 years old

Alla brace - Mediterranean Barbecue

The scent of the sea meets the glow of the grill, on a terrace overlooking the sea. 
The barbecue is on, and the menu is chosen on the spot: meat or fish sandwiches, fresh salads, grilled vegetables. 
Some pause between swims, others choose a shady table to enjoy lunch slowly. 
It’s a summer day, and time takes on a different flavour. 

13th July, 10th August and 24th August 
From 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

Where: Restaurant Il Carrubo 
 
Price: À la carte menu 

miscele à deux

Two creative minds, four expert hands, and carefully chosen ingredients. At Santavenere, mixology becomes an art to savour sip by sip, in a series of evenings celebrating the craft of fine drinking—teaching both timeless classics and bold new creations.

Each event welcomes a top guest bartender and centres on a featured spirit, bringing cocktails to life where tradition meets modern flair.

From 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Price: à la carte
Location: Bar Ulivi

Saturday 9 August
Guest: Andrea Pomo
Featured spirit: Santa Teresa 1796 Rum
Andrea Pomo presents a night of both familiar and surprising flavours, mixing signature serves that highlight the rich, refined notes of Venezuela’s Santa Teresa 1796 Rum.

Senza fine: Seaside Dining waiting for Ferragosto

Long tables, the scent of the sea, candles flickering gently in the breeze. 

Just steps from the shore, Il Carrubo ushers in Ferragosto night with a seaside aperitivo, followed by a buffet dinner that celebrates Mediterranean cuisine and local flavours: fresh fish, artisanal specialities, and carefully selected wines sparkling with every toast. 

A tribute to lightness, to the simple elegance of a summer that asks for nothing more than to be lived. 

Swing tunes and the most beloved songs of 1980s Italian music provide the soundtrack for the evening, while fireworks at the stroke of midnight light up a night that seems to be endless. 
 
August 14th, start 8 p.m. 

Price: €150 per person, €75 for children (wines and beverages included) 
Dress code: Smart Casual 
Where: Il Carrubo Restaurant 

Cancellation Terms 
Free cancellation until 9 August 
50% of the total price will be refunded for cancellations made between August 10 and August 13. 
The full cost of the reservation will be charged if you need to cancel on the day of the event. 

Al Fresco: Barbecue & DJ Set for Ferragosto

A garden by the sea, the chirping of cicadas, and sunlight filtering through the leaves. 

In the brightest hours of the day, the scent of the grill mingles with the salty air, guiding an outdoor meal that honours the flavours of the region: grilled fish, selected meats, and dishes to be savoured with a fine glass of wine or a refreshing cocktail. 

The garden comes alive with light laughter, leisurely conversations, and the music of a DJ set blending with the breeze. 

A simple yet flavourful day, to be enjoyed without haste, like a classic, Italian Ferragosto. 

August 15th, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  
Price: €90 per person, €45 for children (wines and beverages included) 
Where: Gli Ulivi Garden 

Cancellation Terms 
Free cancellation until 9 August 
50% of the total price will be refunded for cancellations made between August 10 and August 14. 
The full cost of the reservation will be charged if you need to cancel on the day of the event. 

VISTA MARE

Buffet Dinner with Live Music

The sea calls, enchants, seduces and sets the scene for an evening of simple pleasures and flavours steeped in land and tradition.

At Il Carrubo, dinner is a true Italian affair: a buffet of fresh ingredients, artisanal cheeses and timeless recipes with a creative twist.

Live music drifts between the tables and blends with the sound of the waves, as the night unfolds with unhurried charm.

Saturday 28 June 
Where: Ristorante Il Carrubo
Start 8:00 pm

Price:
€90 per person, beverages not included
€45 for children up to 12 years old

cooking class: la scarcedda

Authentic traditions are passed down in the kitchen, through ancient gestures and flavours that tell stories of family and heritage. In this cooking class led by the Santavenere Chefs, the Scarcedda – a traditional Easter treat from Basilicata – takes shape under your own hands, blending flour, eggs, a touch of anise, and the warmth of a time-honoured recipe. A taste of tradition, with the Mediterranean Sea as a backdrop.

21st April
Le Lanterne Restaurant, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The experience is available for groups of 2 to 8 participants. The cost is €80 per adult, with mandatory booking at least 24 hours in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
Reservations for this experience can be cancelled up to 24 hours in advance without any penalty. In case of late cancellation, the full cost of the experience (€80 per person) will be charged. Only cancellations received via email at [email protected] or [email protected] will be considered valid.

VENERDì ITALIANO

Rediscover the taste of the Italian summer on a charming seaside terrace, where the aroma of the day’s fresh catch blends with the gentle sound of waves lapping against the pier. Enjoy an informal buffet dinner at Il Carrubo restaurant, featuring local land and sea specialities prepared on site by skilled hands, all accompanied by live music playing the greatest classics of Italian music.

Price: 80€ per person, drinks not included.

Location: Carrubo

CARRUBO SUNSET

On Sunday afternoons, the seaside terrace at Il Carrubo transforms into the perfect haven for relaxation, offering an authentic Mediterranean summer atmosphere. A DJ set with vibrant and captivating rhythms sets the tone, complemented by a wide selection of refreshing cocktails to savour as the sun sets on the horizon.

Price: 30€ per person, (One drink included)
Dj set from 5pm till 8pm
Location: Carrubo

Senza fine: Seaside Dinner Waiting for Ferragosto

14 august

Light, white fabrics stand out against tanned skin as the sun sets, enveloping the seaside terrace of the Il Carrubo Restaurant with its warm light. An aperitivo followed by an elegant dinner that brings to the table the fresh flavours of the Tyrrhenian Sea, with a full Italian-style live music background that engages everyone in the most exciting and carefree night of the year. Under the stars of Ferragosto, the evening ends in a fascinating firework display at the stroke of midnight, to celebrate together the vibrant essence of the Italian summer. 

Price: 150€ per person,  75 € kids (beverage & wine included)
Dress Code: White
Location: Il Carrubo, from 8pm

Al fresco: Ferragosto Barbecue & DJ Set

15 AUGUST

A barbecue where you can enjoy the best local meat and fish specialities, accompanied by a good glass of wine sipped in the fresh air. The warm sun of August illuminates the green lawn of the Santavenere garden and the pebbles of Il Carrubo beach, while an engaging DJ set entertains young and old in a vibrant, cheerful atmosphere. A day that celebrates the liveliness of summer and the pleasure of being together, just a few steps from the crystal blue sea. 

Price: 90€ per person,  45€ kids (beverage included, wine not included.)
Location: Il Giardino del Santavenere, from 12:30pm till 4:00pm

Aperitivo al tramonto

From Saturday 5 August every Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 9 pm, we will admire the sun with an aperitif at sunset, at the Carrubo Bar of the Hotel Santavenere, accompanied by the notes of our DJ set.

Price: 30€ (drink included)

Location: Bar Carrubo

pizzeria

From Saturday 5 August, every Saturday and Sunday from 20:00 to 23:00, the Pizzeria at the Santavenere Hotel opens its doors!

FERRAGOSTO

ASPETTANDO FERRAGOSTO

Monday 14 August from 20:30 aperitif and dinner by the pool.

Price: 150 € per person, 75 € children (drinks and wines included)

Location: Giardino Santavenere

IL FERRAGOSTO AL CARRUBO

Tuesday 15 August from 12:30 to 17:00, fish barbecue.

Price: €90 per person, €45 children (drinks and wine included)

Location: Carrubo

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